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Rahul Gandhi Unveils 5 Welfare Guarantees for Kerala Ahead of 2026 Polls

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced five welfare guarantees for Kerala ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. The promises include free bus travel for women, a monthly stipend for female students, and a significant increase in social welfare pensions. The package also features a health insurance scheme offering ₹25 lakh coverage per family and interest-free startup loans for youth. Meanwhile, BJP President Nitin Nabin has launched his party's campaign in the state, expressing confidence in its electoral prospects.

Key Points: Rahul Gandhi's 5 Welfare Guarantees for Kerala Elections

  • Free bus travel for women
  • ₹1,000 monthly for female students
  • Pensions increased to ₹3,000
  • ₹25 lakh health insurance per family
  • Interest-free business loans for youth
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Rahul Gandhi announces five welfare guarantees for Kerala ahead of assembly polls

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi announces five major welfare schemes for Kerala, focusing on women, youth, healthcare, and pensions ahead of the 2026 assembly polls.

"the Lotus will surely bloom in Kerala. - Nitin Nabin"

Thiruvananthapuram, March 7

Ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has announced five major welfare guarantees aimed at strengthening social security and empowering women and youth in Kerala.

The Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha earlier today addressed the gathering at the concluding session of the Puthuyuga Yatra in Kerala.

The guarantees are designed to improve healthcare access, provide financial security for families, and create opportunities in entrepreneurship and elderly welfare.

The schemes include a 'women's empowerment package' in which women in the state will be allowed free travel on buses operated by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation. In addition, female college students will receive ₹1,000 per month to support higher education and reduce financial burden on families.

Additionally, social welfare pensions for vulnerable sections will be increased to ₹3,000 to ensure stronger financial security.

Gandhi also announced that under the proposed Oommen Chandy Health Insurance Scheme, families will receive free medical coverage of up to Rs 25 lakh, while youth will be provided interest-free loans of up to Rs 5 lakh to start businesses and generate employment.

A dedicated department will also be created to focus on the welfare, dignity, and protection of elderly citizens.

The Congress leadership said these guarantees are aimed at providing financial relief to families, empowering women and youth, and ensuring comprehensive social security for all citizens in Kerala.

On the other hand, last month, BJP National President Nitin Nabin spearheaded the official launch of the BJP's election charge in Kerala.

Addressing a sea of energetic supporters, Nabin declared that the BJP Kerala karyakartas are fully committed to an unwavering mission: strengthening the party's presence from Panchayat to Parliament. He emphasised that the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which is one of progress, integrity, and national pride, must reach every booth and every household across the state.

Nabin paid a stirring tribute to the BJP karykartas in Kerala, honoring their profound sacrifices in the face of adversity. With absolute conviction, he proclaimed that their dedication would not be in vain, asserting that "the Lotus will surely bloom in Kerala."

Kerala will go for its Legislative Assembly elections, expected to be held in April 2026, to elect 140 members of the Kerala Legislative Assembly.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Promises before elections are a common story. The real question is fiscal feasibility. Where will the money come from for free bus travel, increased pensions, and ₹25 lakh health cover? Sounds good on paper, but will it break the state's finances? 🤔
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Suresh O
The interest-free loan of up to ₹5 lakh for youth is exactly what Kerala needs. We have so many talented young people who migrate to other states or Gulf countries because they lack capital to start businesses here. This could be a game-changer for local job creation.
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Meera T
A dedicated department for elderly welfare is long overdue. Our aging population needs dignity and care. While the pension increase to ₹3000 is welcome, it's still below a living wage in many parts of the state. More concrete steps for elder healthcare are needed.
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Aman W
It's interesting to see both national parties making a strong push in Kerala. The Congress is focusing on welfare, while the BJP is talking about organizational strength and Modi's vision. The 2026 election will be a true test of what the people of Kerala value more.
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Kavitha C
Free travel for women on KSRTC buses is a fantastic initiative for women's mobility and safety. It will help working women, students, and homemakers alike. Hope other states take note! 👍

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